PATHWAYS TO PROGRESS CONFERENCE 2018

What Happens At An Inquest?

What Happens At An Inquest?

An inquest is an official enquiry, held in public and led by a Coroner (sometimes held with a jury)  to enquire into the cause of a sudden, unexplained or violent death.   In the case of some deaths an inquest is legally required. 

Inquest Into Woman’s Death Due To Penicillin Allergy

Inquest Into Woman’s Death Due To Penicillin Allergy

An inquest was held into the death of Mrs. Patricia Bewick at Tralee Circuit Court on July 14th 2022. Mrs. Bewick, from Tarbert, Co. Kerry  was a much loved mother and grandmother who had a penicillin allergy. She died in University Hospital Kerry on the July 17th...

Why We Need The Provisions Of The Patient Safety Bill  (2019)

Why We Need The Provisions Of The Patient Safety Bill (2019)

None of us expect to be harmed as a patient in healthcare.  Yet in Ireland as many as 1 in 8 patients suffer harm while using using healthcare services.  Here our Johan Verbruggen addresses queries he has received about the Patient Safety Bill(2019), which is currently before the Dail.

Medical Inquests: A New Book

Medical Inquests: A New Book

Two of the Partners in the Callan Tansey Solicitors Medical Negligence Department, Roger Murray and David O’Malley, recently published a book “Medical Inquests” . The book deals extensively with Coroner’s Court and practice and procedure at inquests. It also...

HSE Apologises to parents after death of newborn baby

HSE Apologises to parents after death of newborn baby

Almost five years after the death of newborn baby Danny Ryan, the HSE has apologised to his parents, Brenda and Michael.  An inquest  in June 2019 heard the cause of Danny’s death was severe brain damage due to lack of oxygen.  The case, which was before the Court for...

Medical Negligence Case From 46 Years Ago Settled

Medical Negligence Case From 46 Years Ago Settled

The High Court has approved a settlement of €850,000 against the HSE over the circumstances of the birth, 46 years ago, of a woman with Cerebral Palsy. Paula Corcoran from Sligo was born in Galway Regional Hospital in 1976. It is believed to be the first medical...

Our commitment to Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Our commitment to Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

In May 2020, the Law Society of Ireland launched its Gender Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (GEDI) Charter. Solicitors have been invited to sign the charter as a way of formally committing to the principles of gender equality, diversity, and inclusion in the...

Expertise in Trust and Estate Planning Recognised

Expertise in Trust and Estate Planning Recognised

The area of Wills, Trust and Estate Planning has become increasingly complex. There have been many changes to Irish trust and tax laws. New regulations and procedures mean the need to ensure compliance is more important than ever. It is essential that advisors in the...

Why Listening To New Mothers Birth Experience Is So Important

Why Listening To New Mothers Birth Experience Is So Important

Niamh Ní Mhurchú is Joint Managing Partner at Callan Tansey Solicitors, an experienced Medical Neglignece specialist and a mother of four children.  Here she discusses the importance of listening to new mothers, hearing about their birth experience, and learning from...

Enduring Power of Attorney Explained

Enduring Power of Attorney Explained

Everyone knows the importance of making a Will, but have you considered making an Enduring Power of Attorney? Here Christopher Callan, Partner, outlines the advantages of having an Enduring Power of Attorney and the risks that arise if you do not. What is an Enduring...

Medical Negligence Claims for Cancer Misdiagnosis or Late Diagnosis

Medical Negligence Claims for Cancer Misdiagnosis or Late Diagnosis

We represent many clients who have had a cancer misdiagnosis or late diagnosis. A cancer diagnosis can cause upset, stress and anxiety to the patient and their loved ones. A misdiagnosis or late diagnosis of cancer can lead to even more distress, and feelings of...

Benefits of Trauma Informed Practice

Benefits of Trauma Informed Practice

Trauma informed practice elevates client care skills and helps solicitors connect with their clients, creating better legal outcomes and more robust advocacy. Our Caroline McLaughlin, Partner in our Personal Injuries Litigation Department, participated in the recent...